With transformed hotels, new private dining rooms, a high-energy team-building venue, and a luxury spa on the way, Oak Brook deserves a fresh look, especially with its prime location near Chicago and both airports.
Refreshed Hotels
Oak Brook hotels are making exciting enhancements for meeting attendees.
The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago has elevated the overnight experience for meeting attendees with newly renovated guest rooms that feel like restorative retreats. Rooted in Prairie-style design, the rooms preserve original hardwood floors while introducing residential-inspired furnishings, layered textures, sculptural lighting, and a soft green palette influenced by the property’s wooded surroundings. Abstract treescape murals and refreshed, spa-like bathrooms further connect the interiors to the hotel’s tranquil setting on 88 acres of forest and water.
The Chicago Marriott Oak Brook recently completed a $10 million property-wide renovation. This included every area of the hotel’s interior, including the guest rooms, meeting spaces, dining facilities, and lobby. Meeting rooms now enjoy high-speed internet access.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Oak Brook is renovating its guest rooms, with completion expected in the next nine months.
Le Méridien Chicago-Oakbrook Center is refreshing its dining experience with an updated menu at Longitude 87, providing an appealing on-site option for guests. New selections range from Margherita Flatbread and Hanger Steak Frites to a Bourbon Fudge Glazed Brownie, complemented by handcrafted cocktails, including the Espresso Martini. The relaxed lounge or outdoor patio offers a perfect respite spot after the day’s meetings.
The Drake Hotel Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, offers another distinction for planners to consider. Its 20-acre Drake Gardens, home to more than 50 tree species, earned Level I accreditation through the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program. The designation creates opportunities for outdoor breaks, garden tours, wellness activities, and nature-inspired programming.
New Private Dining
Two recent arrivals to the restaurant scene are expanding Oak Brook’s appeal for off-site events. The Purple Pig offers two private dining rooms, each seating 60 attendees, which can be combined for larger functions. Groups can enjoy seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a format that encourages conversation and sharing. thepurplepigrestaurantgroup.com
STK Steakhouse adds energy with private and semiprivate spaces, modern menus, and integrated sound and lighting. The setting works for client dinners, networking receptions, and celebrations. stksteakhouse.com
New Team Building
Opening in October, RPM Raceway will bring indoor racing and friendly competition. The experience gives groups an active alternative to traditional team-building activities and an engaging transition from the agenda to entertainment. rpmraceway.com
New Wellness Spa
Opening this fall at Oak Brook Promenade, Woodhouse Spa will expand wellness offerings. Attendees can recharge between sessions with customized massages, advanced facials, body treatments, infrared sauna sessions, and salt-room therapy. Its convenient location near Oak Brook hotels gives planners a sophisticated option for VIP experiences, companion activities, or restorative downtime before or after a busy meeting agenda. woodhousespas.com
Planners who know Oak Brook will find compelling new reasons to return and build a complete program in one destination.
